Lemon Basil Orzotto

Lemon Basil Orzottoo

Orzotto is risotto made with barley (orzo is the Italian word for barley).
INGREDIENTS
•2 tbsp olive oil
•1 large onion, diced
•1 1/2 cups hulled barley
•1/2 cup dry white wine
•3 cups vegetable stock
•1/2 cup frozen edamame(soybeans)
•1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
•2 tbsp fresh basil
•The zest from 1 lemon
•1/4 cup heavy cream
•The juice of 1 lemon
DIRECTIONS
1.Sauté the onion in olive oil, in a heavy-bottomed pan
2.Add the barley and toast for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally; then add the white wine and cook until it is absorbed by the barley
3.Gradually add vegetable stock, while stirring frequently,and bring the mixture to a simmer
4.Lower the heat and cover; cook until the barley has absorbed all of the liquid and is tender, then remove the mixture from the heat
5.Stir in the remaining ingredients (defrost the edamame first), season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.